Automation Controls Technician - 3rd Shift Robotics & PLCs

Perdue Farms, Inc.; Dillon (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms, Inc. seeks an Automation Controls Technician to design, program, maintain, and optimize automated and robotic systems on the manufacturing floor.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, support new technology implementations, and enhance equipment capabilities for reliable, high‑quality production. The role emphasizes hands‑on technical contribution to uptime, continuous improvement, and safety compliance, with a 3rd shift schedule and routine cross‑plant

Qualifications

• 8+ years in industrial automation, controls systems, PLC programming, and troubleshooting, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding and practical application of PLCs, HMI systems, robotics and industrial control systems.
• Industry certifications such as CAP or related certifications are advantageous.
• Maintain Perdue Farms QEW Certification.
• Fanuc Certified Service Engineer (CSE) or Master Certified preferred.
• Pallet Tool/Pick Tool and Programming (Part of Fanuc Robotics).
• Line Tracking Setup (Non-Vision) (Part of Fanuc Robotics).
• KAREL Programming (Part of Fanuc Robotics).

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and implement automated control systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues in automated/robotic equipment.
• Troubleshoot and perform repairs on AC/DC/Servo Motor Control System and Instrumentation Control Systems.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and system changes.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and troubleshooting control system issues promptly.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to design and integrate automation/robotic solutions.
• Test and calibrate instrumentation and control devices.
• Contribute to the development of preventive maintenance schedules for automation equipment.
• Monitor and optimize control system performance.
• Install and configure/program industrial robots and robotic systems (PLCs and HMIs).
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Provide training and support to operators on control system usage.
• Mentor and train other Maintenance Technicians
• Participate in continuous improvement.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI systems

Robotics

Troubleshooting

Electrical control systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year Technical Degree in Mechatronics/Robotics

Tools

Fanuc Robotics

PLCs

HMIs

KAREL Programming

Job description

Perdue Farms, Inc. seeks an Automation Controls Technician to design, program, maintain, and optimize automated and robotic systems on the manufacturing floor.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, support new technology implementations, and enhance equipment capabilities for reliable, high‑quality production. The role emphasizes hands‑on technical contribution to uptime, continuous improvement, and safety compliance, with a 3rd shift schedule and routine cross‑plant